Join Queers in Property for a very special QHouse at 1 Hotel & Homes Melbourne—the city’s newest eco-luxury destination redefining hospitality through sustainability, inclusivity, and purpose.

This exclusive experience offers our LGBTQIA+ community, friends, and allies an intimate journey through this riverfront sanctuary, empowered by Riverlee, FK, ODO, and Gallagher Jeffs.

1 Hotel & Homes Melbourne
Located within Riverlee’s $600 million Seafarers precinct on the Birrarung, the heritage-listed Goods Shed No. 5 has been transformed into 1 Hotel Melbourne—Australia’s first nature-inspired 1 Hotel.

A welcoming gathering space for all, incorporating:

• 277 guest rooms & 114 hotel-branded residences
• 2,000+ salvaged heritage items
• 4,500m² of reclaimed timber
• 7,000 living plants
• 1,200sqm+ of events & meeting spaces
• Australia’s first Bamford Wellness Spa
• Hospitality destinations – From Here by Mike & Crane 

The Afternoon
Begin at Upstairs—the hidden speakeasy bar on Level 1—with expertly crafted drinks and locally sourced bites while learning about this decade-long urban renewal journey 🥂

Then enjoy tours with the creators and designers who brought this landmark to life.

The Guides

• Billy Patten 🌈 (they/them), QIP Co-Founder & Impact Marketing Manager, Riverlee (developer)
• Nicky Drobis (she/her), Partner & Head of Design, FK (architect)
• Samson Tiew (he/him), Founding Director, One Design Office (hotel interior designer)
• James Ridenour 🌈 (he/him), Chief Concierge, 1 Hotel Melbourne (hotel)
• Supported by insights from Arlen Nieuwenhuizen (he/him), Gallagher Jeffs (project managers)

Everyone welcome! 
LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE
TICKETS INCLUDE FOOD & DRINKS

Can’t wait to show you this incredible space,
Queerleaders xoxo

About QHouse
QHouse showcases projects with involvement from LGBTQIA+ professionals across property, design, and the built environment—celebrating inclusive, purpose-driven development.

Acknowledgment:
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people, and all Indigenous Australians. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Accessibility:
We’re dedicated to accessibility for all attendees. 1 Hotel Melbourne offers wheelchair accessible, step-free access. Please let us know of any specific requirements.